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Video consultations are quicker, easier and less expensive than in-person visits, study finds

Medical Economics

Reynolds Key Takeaways Virtual consultations matched in-person visits in patient satisfaction and information recall for preoperative surgical preparation. Patients save time, money and CO 2 emissions The benefits of video visits extended far beyond the exam room. They also avoided out-of-pocket expenses — a median of €17.90 ($20.75

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Medicare Advantage or disadvantage? Lawmakers hear about the good, the bad, and the prior authorizations

Medical Economics

Witnesses highlight the importance of patient-centered care, reduced administrative burdens, and better oversight to address financial and operational challenges in Medicare Advantage. It absolutely has problems that need addressing, “but let’s not miss the forest for the trees,” Jain said.

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Mastering the Art of Virtual Patient Engagement: A Comprehensive Guide

Guideway Care

In a world where healthcare has become increasingly digitized, providers face the challenge of maintaining high-quality patient interactions. Virtual patient engagement has emerged as a pivotal strategy, especially in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic. This is where interoperability comes into play.

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How To Start a Therapy Practice

Valant

In this article, we present a brief guide on how to start a therapy practice. Obtaining consent from patients at each step along the way is a best practice that helps protect patients’ rights and privacy. Your EHR should allow you to customize your intake packets and allow patients and providers to eSign.

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The Importance of Interprofessional Collaboration in Healthcare: Emphasizing Dental Assistant, Medical Assistant, and Pharmacy Technician Roles

Northwest Suburban College

Dental Assistants, Medical Assistants, and Pharmacy Technicians play vital roles in fostering a collaborative environment, ensuring that the teams they work with function effectively and address the diverse healthcare needs of patients holistically.

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Elevate Patient Experience in Dental Care: Northwest Suburban College’s Patient-Centric Dental Assistant Training

Northwest Suburban College

Our dental assistant program recognizes this pivotal role and prioritizes patient-focused training to nurture compassionate and skilled Dental Assistants. In this article, we will discuss the various aspects of patient experience that Dental Assistants impact, both in and out of the dental chair.

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Five healthcare trends to watch for in 2024 

Health Prime

The easy follow-up of patients using telemonitoring solutions and the augmented access to internet services will continue increasing telemedicine delivery. Learn more about this in our blog Optimize your telemedicine appointments with these best practices. Read more in our blog 5 strategies to enhance patient engagement.